MS2108

DIGITAL CLAMP METER

OPERATION MANUAL

600V CAT.lll OFF

MAX 600A A
MS2108

SEL
OFF

B.L
Hz/%
MIN
MAX RAN HOLD

Press 2 Sec
T-RMS
AUTO-PWER OFF

AC/DC CLAMP METER INRUSH

AUTO MANU MAX MIN ZERO

°C°F%
μmVA
nμmF

MkΩ
Hz

TRMS INRUSH

COM INPUT

600V
CAT. III
MAX 600V
CONTENTS
1. Safety Information............................1
1.1 Preliminary............................................1
. ... ...................................2
1.2 During use .....
1.3 Symbols................................................3
1.4 Maintenance............ .............................4
2. Description....................................... 4
2.1 Names OF Parts....................................6
2.2 Switch, Buttons And Input Jacks............7
2.3 Names OF Parts ..................................7
3. Specifications..................................11
3.1 General Specifications ........................11
3.2 Technical Specifications ......................12
4. Operation Instruction.......................15
4.1 Holding Readings .................................15
4.2 Switching Ranges.................................15
4.3 Switching Frequency Or Duty ................16
4.4 Switching Maximum Or
Minimum Value....................................16
4.5 Switching Functions..............................17
4.6 Back Light And Clamp Lighting Bulb.......17
CONTENTS
4.7 Auto Power Off..........................................18
4.8 Preparing For Measurement ......................19
4.9 Measuring Ac Current ...............................20
4.10 Measuring Inrush Current ........................22
4.11 Measuring Dc Current ..............................24
4.12 Measuring Ac Voltage ..............................26
4.13 Measuring Dc Voltage..............................27
4.14 Measuring Frequency ..............................30
4.15 Measuring Duty .......................................34
4.16 Measuring Resistance .............................38
4.17 Testing Diode ..........................................40
4.18 Testing Continuity....................................42
4.19 Measuring Capacitance ...........................44
5. Maintenance.......................................46
5.1 Replacing The Batteries.............................46
5.2 Replacing Test Leads.................................46
6. Accessories.......................................46
1. Safety Information
WARNING
BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL WHEN USING THIS
METER. Improper use of this device can result
in electric shock or destruction of the meter.
Take all normal safety precautions and follow
the safeguards suggested in this manual. To
exploit full functionality of the meter and
ensure safe operation, please read carefully
and follow the directions in this manual.
This meter has been designed according to IEC-1010
concerning electronic measuring instruments with an
overvoltage category CAT 600V and pollution 2.
Follow all safety and operating instructions to ensure
safe use of the meter.
With proper use and care, this digital multimeter will
give you years of satisfactory service.
1.1 Preliminary
1.1.1 When using the meter, the user must observe all
normal safety rules concerning:
- General protection against electric shock
- Protection of the meter against misuse.
1.1.2 When the meter is delivered, check whether it
has been damaged in transit.
1.1.3 After being stored and delivered under harsh
conditions, the meter should be checked and
confirmed whether any damages have been
incurred.
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1.1.4 Test leads must be kept in good condition.
Before using check whether the insulation
on test leads has been damaged and any
wire has been exposed.
1.1.5 Use the test leads supplied to ensure operation
safety. If required, they must be replaced with
test leads of the same model or class.
1.2 During Use
1.2.1 Use the right input jack, function and range.
1.2.2 Do not take measurements that exceed the
protection limit values indicated in the
specifications.
1.2.3 Do not touch the metal tips of the test leads
when the meter is connected to the circuit to
be measured.
1.2.4 Keep your fingers behind the probe barriers
when taking a measurement with an effective
voltage above 60V DC or 30V rms AC.
1.2.5 Do not take voltage measurement if the value
between the terminals and earth ground
exceeds 600V.
1.2.6 Select the highest range if the value scale to be
measured in the manual range is unknown.
1.2.7 Disconnect the test leads from the circuit under
test before turning the rotary selector to change
functions.
1.2.8 Do not measure the resistance,capacitance,
diode or continuity of live circuits.
1.2.9 Do not connect the meter to any voltage source
while the rotary selector is in the current,
resistance, capacitance, diode or continuity range.
1.2.10 Do not take capacitance measurements until
the capacitor to be measured has been fully
discharged.
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1.2.11 Do not use the meter near explosive gases,
steam or dirt.
1.2.12 Stop using the meter if any abnormalities or
faults are observed.
1.2.13 Do not use the meter unless its rear case and
battery cover is securely fastened in its original
position.
1.2.14 Do not store or use the meter in areas exposed
to direct sunlight, at high temperature or with
high relative humidity.
1.3 Symbols
Caution, risk of danger (Important safety
information; refer to the operation manual.)
Application around and removal from HAZARDOUS
LIVE conductors is permitted.
Double insulation(Protection class II).
CAT III Overvoltage (Installation) category III, Pollution
Degree 2 per IEC1010-1 refers to the level of
Impulse Withstand Voltage protection provided.
Conforms to European Union Directive
Earth (ground) terminal
1.4 Maintenance
1.4.1 Do not attempt to remove the rear case to adjust
or repair the meter. Such actions should only be
performed by a technician who fully understands
the meter and the danger involved.
1.4.2 Before opening the case and battery cover of the
meter, always disconnect test leads from all
sources of electric current. Disconnect the test
leads from all sources of electric current before
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opening the rear case and battery cover of the meter.
1.4.3 To avoid any electric shock caused by error
readings, replace the batteries immediately when
the “ ” sign appears on the display.
1.4.4 Use damp cloth and mild detergent to clean the
meter; do not use abrasives or solvents.
1.4.5 Turn the rotary selector to OFF position to switch
off the power when the meter is not in use.
1.4.6 Remove the batteries to avoid damages to the
meter if it will idle for a long time.
2. Description
- This meter is a portable professional measuring instrument
with LCD and back light easily reading. The 'single-hand
operation' design for the range switch makes measurement
simple and easy. Overload protection and low battery
indication are provided. It is an ideal multi-function
Instrument with scores of practical applications for
professional, workshop, school, hobby and home use.
- The meter can perform measurements of AC/DC voltage
and current, resistance, frequency, duty, capacitance, as
well as continuity and diode test.
- Both auto range and manual range are available.
- This meter is equipped with reading hold function.
- This meter is equipped with true root mean square value
measuring function (at AC A and AC V range).
- This meter is equipped with inrush current measuring
function.
- This meter is equipped with auto zero function
(at DCA range).
- This meter is equipped with maximum value measuring
function.
- This meter is equipped with minimum value measuring
function.
- This meter can measure frequency by clamp.
- This meter has function of auto power off.
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2.1 Names Of Components
(1) Current Clamp
(2) Clamp Lighting Bulb
(3) Panel 1
(4) Trigger
(5) Function Switch Button (S E L) 2
(6) MAX/MIN Switch Button (MAX/MIN) 15
(7) Auto/Manual Switch Button (RAN) 3
(8) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 14
(9) COM Jack 4 600V CAT.lll
MAX 600A
MS2108
A
OFF

(10) Input Jack A

(11) Hz/Duty Switch Button (Hz/%) 13

5 V

(12) Reading Hold/Back Light Button (HOLD/B.L) Ω

(13) Rotary selector 6 SEL

OFF

(14) OFF - power switch MIN

Hz/%
B.L
MAX RAN HOLD
(15) “+” Symbol Press 2 Sec
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(16) “-” Symbol
T-RMS

7 AC/DC CLAMP METER

AUTO-PWER OFF

INRUSH
16
(17) Rear Case AUTO MANU MAX MIN ZERO

°C°F%
μmVA
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(18) Fixing Screw of Battery Cover 8 nμmF

MkΩ
Hz
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(19) Battery Cover
TRMS INRUSH

COM INPUT 10 CAUTION

ACCORD WITH

9 600V 18
POLLUTION DEGREE 2
6000V CAT lll
IEC1010 &1 IEC1010 2 032
CAT. III
MAX 600V

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WARNING
TO AVOID ELECTRICAL
SHOCK DO NOT
OPERATE WITH OPEN
BATTERY COVER

DC1.5VX3, SIZE AAA

PLEASE READ
MANUAL FOR SAFETY

PATENT PENDING

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2.2 Switch, Buttons And Input Jacks AC Alternating current
HOLD/B.L Button DC
- For holding the reading or control backlight Direct current
S E L Button Diode test
- For switching among measuring functions
RAN Button Continuity buzzer
- For switching between auto and manual ranges. AUTO Auto range mode
Hz/% Button
- For switching between frequency and duty measuring MANU Manual range mode
functions.
MAX/MIN Button MAX The maximum value is being measured.
- For switching between maximum and minimum value MIN The minimum value is being measured.
measuring function.
Rotary Selector ZERO DCA zero
- For selecting functions and ranges. Aotu power off
OFF Position
- for turning off the power. Battery low
INPUT Jack TRMS True RMS
- For measuring voltage, resistance, frequency, duty,
capacitance, diode, and continuity. This indicates that the display data is
COM Jack H being held.
- Common input connection for current, voltage, resistance,
frequency, duty, capacitance, diode, continuity INRUSH Inrush current is being measured.
measurement.
Clamp % Percent (Duty cycle)
- For measuring current mV, V Milli-volts, Volts (Voltage)
2.3 LCD (Liquid-crystal display)
A Amperes (Current)
AUTO MANU MAX MIN ZERO
μF, mF Micro-farad, Milli-farad (Capacitance)
°C°F%
Ω, kΩ, Ohms, Kilo-ohms, Mega-ohms
μmVA
nμmF MΩ (Resistance)
MkΩ
Hz Hz, kHz Hertz, Kilo-hertz (Frequency)
TRMS INRUSH

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3. Specifications 3.2.1.2 Both sinusoidal and non-sinusoidal waveforms
can be tested by True RMS Clamp Meter exactly.
Calibration is required once a year, to be carried out at At AC A & AC V ranges, even short two test probes
a temperature between 18°C and 28°C (64°F to 82°F) there are stil l 1-50 digits might be displayed on
and relative humidity below 75%. LCD. This is normal. Test result will not be affected.
3.1 General Specifications 3.2.1.3 At AC A and AC V range, True RMS value can be
3.1.1 Auto range and manual range options are available. tested only when input signal is more than 2% of
3.1.2 Over range protection is provided for all ranges. full range.
3.1.3 Maximum voltage between terminals and earth 3.2.1.4 To ensure the precision of test result, input signal
ground: 600V DC or rms AC should be:
3.1.4 Operating altitude: max. 2000 meters (7000 ft.) AC voltage: > 13 mV
3.1.5 Display: LCD AC current: > 1.3A
3.1.6 Maximum value display: 6599 digits 3.2.2 AC Current
3.1.7 Polarity indication: automatic; ‘-’ for negative
polarity. Range Resolution Accuracy
3.1.8 Over range indication: ‘0L’ or ‘-0L’
66A 0.01A ±(3.0% of rdg + 10 digits)
3.1.9 Sampling Time: approx. 0.4 second per sample
3.1.10 Unit indication: function and unit. 600A 0.1A
3.1.11 Auto power off time: 30 min.
3.1.12 Operating power : 1.5V×3 AAA batteries - Max. input current: 600A
3.1.13 Battery low indication: ‘ ’ on LCD - Frequency range: 40 to 400Hz
3.1.14 Temperature factor: < 0.1×Accuracy /°C - Response: true root mean square value
3.1.15 Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C(32°F to 104°F) 3.2.3 Inrush Current
3.1.16 Storage temperature: -10°C to 50°C(10°F to 122°F)
3.1.17 Dimension: 208×78×35mm Range Resolution Accuracy
3.1.18 Weight: approximate 340g(including batteries) <60A take it only as referance
66A 0.01A
3.2 Electrical Specifications
Ambient temperature: 23±5°C Relative humidity: < 75% 600A 0.1A ±(10.0% of rdg + 60 digits)
3.2.1 TRUE RMS - Integration Time: 100ms
3.2.1.1 For measuring non-sinusoidal waveforms, test - Measurement range: 30 ~ 600A
error which is occurred by using True RMS - Max. input current: 600A
measurement techniques is less than by using - Frequency range: 40 to 400Hz
traditional average-reading techniques. - Response: true root mean square value

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3.2.4 DC Current 3.2.6 AC Voltage
Range Resolution Accuracy Range Resolution Accuracy

66A 0.01A ±(3.0% of rdg + 10 digits) 660mV 0.1mV ±(1.5% of rdg + 10digits)

600A 0.1A 6.6V 0.001V ±(1.2% of rdg + 5digits)

- Max. input current: 600A DC 66V 0.01V

3.2.5 DC Voltage 600V 0.1V ±(1.5% of rdg + 10digits)
Range Resolution Accuracy - Input impedance: 10MΩ
- Overload protection: 660mV range: 250V DC or
660mV 0.1mV rms AC, 66V-600V ranges: 600V DC or 600V rms AC.
6.6V 0.001V ±(0.8% of rdg + 3digits) - Max. input voltage: 600V rms AC
- Frequency range: 40 to 400Hz
66V 0.01V - Response: true root mean square value
600V 0.1V ±(1.0% of rdg + 5digits) Note:
At small voltage range, unsteady readings will appear
- Input impedance: 10MΩ before the test leads contact the circuit. This is normal
- Overload protection: 660mV range: 250V DC or rms because the meter is highly sensitive. When the test
AC, 6.6V-600V ranges: 600V DC or 600V rms AC. leads contact the circuit, the true reading will be shown.
- Max. input voltage: 600V DC 3.2.7 Frequency
Note: 3.2.7.1 By A range ( from current clamp):
At small voltage range, unsteady readings will appear Range Resolution Accuracy
before the test leads contact the circuit. This is normal
because the meter is highly sensitive. When the test 660Hz 0.1Hz
leads contact the circuit, the true reading will be shown. ±(1.5% of rdg + 5 digits)
1kHz 0.0011Hz
>1kHz 0.0011Hz Take it only as referance
- Measurement range: 10 ~ 1kHz
- Input current range: >1A rms AC (higher input
current at higher frequency)
- Max. Input current: 600A rms AC

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3.2.7.2 By V range: 3.2.9 Resistance
Range Resolution Accuracy Range Accuracy
Resolution
660Hz 0.1Hz 660Ω 0.1Ω
6.6kHz 0.001kHz ±(1.5% of rdg + 5 digits)
6.6kΩ 0.001kΩ
10kHz 0.01kHz 66KΩ 0.01kΩ ±(1.2% of rdg + 2digits)
>10kHz 0.01kHz Take it only as referance
660kΩ 0.1kΩ
- Measurement range: 10 ~ 10kHz 6.6MΩ 0.001MkΩ
- Input voltage range: > 0.2V rms AC (higher input
voltage at higher frequency) 66MΩ 0.1MΩ ±(2.0% of rdg + 5digits)
- Input impedance: 10M Ω
- Max. input voltage: 600V rms AC - Open circuit voltage: 0.4V
- Overload protection: 250V DC or rms AC
3.2.8 Duty Cycle 3.2.10 Diode
Range Resolution Accuracy
Range Resolution Function
10 - 95% 0.1% ±3.0%
displaying approximate
0.001V for ward voltage of diode
3.2.8.1 By A range ( from current clamp):
- Frequency response: 10 ~1kHz
- Input current range:>1A rms AC (higher input current - Forward DC current~1mA
at higher frequency) - Reversed DC voltage~3.3V
- Max. input current: 600A - Overload protection: 250V DC or rms AC
3.2.8.2 By V range: 3.2.11 Continuity
- Frequency response: 10 ~ 10 kHz
- Input voltage range:>0.2V rms AC (higher input Range Resolution Function
voltage at higher frequency) Built-in buzzer will sound,
- Input impedance: 10M Ω 0.1Ω if resistance is lower than
- Max. input voltage: 600V rms AC 30.
- Open circuit voltage~1.2V
- Overload protection: 250V DC or rms AC

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3.2.12 Capacitance Note:
Range Resolution Accuracy At frequency range, meter can't be set to manual range
mode.
6.6µF 0.001µF <2µF±( 4.0% of rdg + 50digits)
4.3 Switching Frequency Or Duty
66µF 0.01µF 4.3.1 During working at the voltage or current ranges,
660µF 0.1µF ±(4.0% of rdg + 3 digits) press the “Hz/%” button one time, frequency of
the voltage or current will be measured.Press the
6.6mF 0.001mF “Hz/%” button twice, the meter will be changed
into the duty range for measuring the duty cycle
66mF 0.01mF of the voltage or current. At the same time, the
meter is changed into manual mode.
- Overload protection: 250V DC or rms AC
4.3.2 Press the “ Hz/% ” button again, meter will be
4. Operation Instruction back to the condition of the voltage or current
4.1 Holding Readings measuring.
4.1.1 Press the “HOLD/B.L” button to hold the readings Note:
while taking measurement and the value on the During working at maximum or minimum value
display will be held. measuring function, the meter can't be changed into
4.1.2 Press the “HOLD/B.L” button again to release frequency or duty cycle measuring mode.
the reading hold function.
4.2 Switching Ranges 4.4 Switching Maximum Or Minimum Value
4.2.1 When the meter is turned on, it is at the auto 4.4.1 At all ranges, press the "MAX/MIN" button one
range mode for measuring current, voltage, time, the meter can be set to maximum value
resistance, capacitance and frequency. measuring mode; press the button three times,
4.2.2 Press the"RAN" button for manual range mode. the meter will get back to normal test mode,
The range will go up one level at each press and and the maximum and minimum value will be
return to the lowest level when the highest level recorded by the chip.
is reached. 4.4.2 Press the ”MAX/MIN” button more than one
4.2.3 Press the "RAN" button for one or more seconds second or press the“RAN” button, the meter
to return to the auto range. will get back to normal test.
4.2.4 Press the “RAN” button to get back to normal
test during working in maximum or minimum
value measuring function,

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Note:
1) During measuring maximum or minimum value, the
meter will be set to manual mode automatically.
2) During working at frequency or duty measuring
function, the meter can't be changed into maximum
or minimum value measuring mode.
4.5 Switching Functions
4.5.1 AC A range
4.5.1.1 Press the “SEL” button, the meter will get
into inrush current test mode.
4.5.1.2 If press the “SEL” button again, the meter
will get into inrush current test mode again.
4.5.1.3 Press the “SEL” button more than one second
or press the “ RAN ” button, the meter will get
back to normal test mode.
4.5.2 DC A range
4.5.2.1 Press the “ SEL ” button, the meter will get
into zero.
4.5.2.2 If press the “SEL” button again, the meter
will get into zero again.
4.5.2.3 Press the “ SEL” button more than one
second or press the “ RAN ” button, the meter
will get back to the normal test mode.
4.5.3 Press the “SEL” button to switch between AC
and DC measurement at the voltage ranges.
4.5.4 Press the ” SEL ” button to switch among
resistance, diode and continuity ranges.
4.6 Back Light And Clamp Lighting Bulb
4.6.1 Press the “ HOLD/B.L” button for two or more
seconds to switch on the back light if the light
in the environment is too dim for taking reading,
which will last for 60 seconds.
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4.6.2 During the back light is working, press the
“HOLD/B.L” button for two or more seconds, it
will be turned off.
4.6.3 At the current range, when the back light is
switched on, the clamp lighting bulb will be turned
on at the same time.
Note:
- LED, which requires a larger working current, is the
main source of back light. Although the meter is
equipped with a timer set at 60 seconds (i.e. the back
light will be off automatically after 60 seconds),
frequent use of the back light will shorten the life of
the batteries. Therefore, do not use the back light
unless necessary.
- When the battery voltage is<3.7V, the symbol “ ”
(battery low)will appear on the LCD. When the back
light is on, even if the batter is>3.7V, the “ ” may
appear because of its large working current which
will cause the voltage to drop. (The accuracy
of the measurement cannot be assured when the
“ “ symbol appears.) In this case, you need not
replace the batteries yet. Normally, the batteries
can last until the “ ” appears when the back light
is not being used.
4.7 Auto Power Off
4.7.1 If there is no any operation within any thirty
minutes after power is on, meter will auto power
off.
4.7.2 After auto power off, if press the “SEL” button,
meter will recover the working condition.
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4.7.3 Press both power on switch and one of
”MAX/MIN” or “RAM”or “Hz/%”button at the
same time more than one second for exiting
auto power off function.
4.8 Preparating For Measurement
4.8.1 Switch on the power by turning the rotary selector.
If the battery voltage is lower than 3.7V, the “ ”
symbol will appear and the batteries should be
replaced.
4.8.2 The “ ” symbol shows that the input voltage or
current should not exceed the specified value in
order to protect the internal circuit from damage.
4.8.3 Turn the rotary selector to the required function
and range to be measured. Under the manual
mode, choose the highest range when the value
scale to be measured is unknown.
4.8.4 Connect the common test lead first and then the
charged test leads when making connection.
Take away the charged test lead first when
disconnecting.
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4.9 Measuring AC Current
WARNING
Beware of Electrocution.
Ensure that the test leads are disconnected
from the meter before making current clamp
measurements.
4.9.1 Set the rotary selector to the A range position.
4.9.2 Auto range mode or manual range mode can
be selected by pressing the“RAN”button.
4.9.3 Press the trigger to open jaw. Fully enclose
only one conductor.
4.9.4 Take the reading on the LCD.
Note:
1) Do not put more than one cable into
the jaw during test, otherwise incorrect
test value might be obtained.
2) For optimum results, center the conductor in the jaw.
3) At the manual range mode, when only ‘O L’ is shown
on the LCD, it means the measurement has
exceeded the range. A higher range should
be selected.
4) Under the manual range mode, when the scale of
the value to be measured is unknown beforehand,
set the range to the highest.
5) “ ” means the maximum input current is
600A rms AC.
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 4.10 Measuring Inrush Current
WARNING
Beware of Electrocution.
Ensure that the test leads are disconnected
from the meter before making current clamp
measurements.
4.10.1 Set the rotary selector to the A range position.
4.10.2 Press the trigger to open jaw. Fully enclose
only one conductor.
4.10.3 Press the “SEL” to enter the INRUSH current
measurement mode. Then LCD displays
“ - - - - ” until the motor starting up and being
detected. The detection will be done only one
A
OFF
A
OFF
time and the output reading will be hold.
A A 4.10.4 Take the reading on the LCD.
V V Note:
Ω Ω 1) Do not put more than one cable into
SEL
OFF
SEL
OFF
the jaw during test, otherwise incorrect
MIN B.L MIN B.L
test value might be obtained.
RAN Hz/% HOLD RAN Hz/% HOLD
MAX MAX
2) For optimum results, center the conductor in the jaw.
3) At the manual range mode, when only ‘O L’ is shown
INRUSH DIGITAL INRUSH DIGITAL
AUTO MANU MAX MIN
CLAMP

ZERO AUTO MANU MAX MIN

CLAMP

ZERO
on the LCD, it means the measurement has
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exceeded the range. A higher range should
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MkΩ
Hz

TRMS INRUSH
MkΩ
Hz
be selected.
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4) Under the manual range mode, when the scale of
the value to be measured is unknown beforehand,
600V
CAT. III
MAX 600V
600V
CAT. III
MAX 600V
set the range to the highest.
5) “ ” means the maximum input current is
600A rms AC.

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 4.11 Measuring DC Current
WARNING
Beware of Electrocution.
Ensure that the test leads are disconnected
from the meter before making current clamp
measurements.
4.11.1 Set the rotary selector to the A range position.
4.11.2 Auto range mode or manual range mode can be
selected by pressing the “RAN” button.
4.11.3 Press the “SEL” button, the meter will be set
to zero.
4.11.4 Press the trigger to open jaw. Fully enclose only
one conductor.
OFF OFF
4.11.5 Take the reading on the LCD.
A A
4.11.6 Symbol “-” will be displayed on LCD if the
A A
direction of the current is negative.
V V
Note:
Ω Ω

SEL SEL
1) Do not put more than one cable into the jaw during
OFF OFF
test, otherwise incorrect test value might be
MIN
MAX RAN Hz/% B.L
HOLD
MIN
MAX RAN Hz/% B.L
HOLD
obtained.
2) For optimum results, press the “SEL” button to
INRUSH DIGITAL CLAMP INRUSH DIGITAL CLAMP
make the meter get into zero first.
AUTO MANU MAX MIN ZERO AUTO MANU MAX MIN ZERO 3) For optimum results, center the conductor in the jaw.
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4) At the manual range mode, when only 'O L' or '-O L'
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Hz

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Hz
is shown on the LCD, it means the measurement
has exceeded the range. A higher range should
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be selected.
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5) Under the manual range mode, when the scale
MAX 600V MAX 600V

of the value to be measured is unknown beforehand,

set the range to the highest.
Correct Incorrect 6) “ ”means the maximum input current is 600A DC.

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 4.12 Measuring AC Voltage
WARNING
Beware of Electrocution.
Pay special attention to avoid electric shock
when measuring high voltage.
Do not input the voltage which more than
600V rms AC.
4.12.1 Plug the black test lead into the COM jack and
the red test lead into the INPUT jack.
4.12.2 Set the rotary selector to V position to make
the meter get into AC V range.
4.12.3 Auto range mode or manual range mode can
A
OFF
A
OFF be selected by pressing the “RAN” button.
A A
4.12.4 Connect the test leads to the voltage source or
load terminals for measurement.
V V
4.12.5 Take the reading on the LCD.
Ω Ω

SEL SEL
Note:
OFF OFF

MIN B.L MIN B.L

1) At small voltage range, unsteady readings may
MAX RAN Hz/% HOLD MAX RAN Hz/% HOLD appear before the test leads contact the circuit.
This is normal because the meter is highly sensitive.
INRUSH DIGITAL CLAMP INRUSH DIGITAL CLAMP When the test leads contact the circuit, the true
AUTO MANU MAX MIN ZERO

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reading will be shown.
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nμmF

MkΩ
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nμmF

MkΩ
2) At the manual range mode, when only 'OL' is shown
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on the LCD, it means the measurement has exceeded

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the range. A higher range should be selected.
3) At the manual range mode, when the scale of the
600V
CAT. III
MAX 600V
600V
CAT. III
MAX 600V
value to be measured is unknown beforehand, select
the highest range first and lower the range gradually.
4) “ ” means the maximum input voltage is 600V rms AC.
Correct Incorrect 5) If the test result is more than 610V rms AC, symbol
“OL” will be displayed on LCD and the build-up
buzzer will sound.

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 4.13.1 Plug the black test lead into the COM jack and
the red test lead into the INPUT jack.
4.13.2 Set the rotary selector to at the V range position.
4.13.3 Press the“SEL” button to turn to DC V range.
Auto range mode or manual range mode can be
selected by pressing the “RAN” button.
4.13.4 Connect the test leads to the voltage source or
load terminals for measurement.
4.13.5 Take the reading on the LCD. The polarity
symbol denotes the polarity of the end
MIN 600A
CAT III 600V
A
OFF connected by the red test lead.
A
Note:
V
1) At small voltage range, unsteady readings will
Ω
appear before the test leads contact the circuit.
SEL
OFF
This is normal because the meter is highly sensitive.
B.L
MIN
MAX RAN Hz/% HOLD When the test leads contact the circuit, the true
reading will be shown.
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2) Under the manual range mode, when only
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‘O L ’ o r ‘- O L’ is shown on the LCD, it means the
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Hz
measurement has exceeded the range. A higher
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range should be selected.
3) Under the manual range mode, when the scale
of the value to be measured is unknown beforehand,
select the highest range first and lower the
range gradually.
4.13 Measuring DC Voltage 4) “ ” means the maximum input voltage is 600V DC.
5) If the test result is more than 610V DC, symbol “O L”
WARNING will be displayed on LCD and the build-up buzzer
Beware of Electrocution. will sound.
Pay special attention to avoid electric shock
when measuring high voltage.
Do not input the voltage which more than
600V DC.

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 4.14 Measuring Frequency
4.14.1 By A range (from current clamp):
WARNING
9V
Beware of Electrocution.
Ensure that the test leads are disconnected
from the meter before making current clamp
measurements.
4.14.1.1 Set the rotary selector to the A range
(A~ or A ) position.
4.14.1.2 Press the trigger to open jaw. Fully enclose
only one conductor.
4.14.1.3 Press the “Hz/%” to switch to the frequency
measurement.
MIN 600A A
OFF 4.14.1.4 Take the reading on the LCD.
CAT III 600V

A Note:
V
1) Do not put more than one cable into the jaw during
test, otherwise incorrect test value might be obtained.
Ω 2) Frequency test range is 10Hz - 1kHz.‘00.0’ will be
SEL
displayed on LCD if the test frequency is lower than
OFF
10.0 Hz. It is possible to test the frequency which is
MIN B .L higher than 1 kHz but the tolerance of the test result
MAX RAN Hz/% HOLD
can not be ensure.
3) “ ” means the maximum input current is
INRUSH DIGITAL CLAMP 600A rms AC.
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 4.14.2 By V range:
WARNING
Beware of Electrocution.
Pay special attention to avoid electric shock
when measuring high voltage.
Do not input the voltage which more than
600V rms AC.
4.14.2.1 Plug the black test lead into the COM jack
and the red test lead into the INPUT jack.
4.14.2.2 Set the rotary selector to the V range
position.
4.14.2.3 Press the "Hz/%" to switch to frequency
measurement.
OFF OFF
4.14.2.4 Connect test leads to the two ends of the
A A
source or load for measurement.
A A
4.14.2.5 Take the reading on the LCD.
V V
Note:
Ω Ω

SEL SEL
1) Frequency test range is 10Hz -10kHz. '00.0' will be
OFF OFF
displayed on LCD if the test frequency is lower than
MIN
MAX RAN Hz/% B.L
HOLD
MIN
MAX RAN Hz/% B.L
HOLD
10.0 Hz. It is possible to test the frequency which is
higher than 10kHz but the tolerance of the test result
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can not be ensure.
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Hz Hz

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 4.15 Measuring Duty
4.15.1 By A range ( from current clamp):
WARNING
Beware of Electrocution.
Ensure that the test leads are disconnected
from the meter before making current clamp
measurements.
4.15.1.1 Set the rotary selector to the A range
(A or A ) position.
4.15.1.2 Press the trigger to open jaw. Fully enclose
only one conductor.
4.15.1.3 Press the "Hz/%" to switch to the DUTY
MIN 600A A
OFF measurement.
CAT III 600V
4.15.1.4 Take the reading on the LCD.
A

Note:
V
1) Do not put more than one cable into the jaw during
Ω test, otherwise incorrect test value might be obtained.
2) If the duty cycle is less than 10%, symbol 'UL' will be
SEL
OFF displayed on LCD; if the duty cycle is more than
MIN B .L
94.9%, symbol 'O L' will be displayed on LCD.
MAX RAN Hz/% HOLD 3) The input signal frequency range is 10 – 1kHz. It is
possible to test duty cycle of the higher than 1 kHz
frequency signal, but the tolerance of the test result
INRUSH DIGITAL CLAMP can not be ensure.
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4) “ ” means the maximum input current is
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600A rms AC.
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Hz

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 4.15.2 By V range:
WARNING
Beware of Electrocution.
Pay special attention to avoid electric shock
when measuring high voltage.
Do not input the voltage which more than
600V rms AC.
4.15.2.1 Plug the black test lead into the COM jack and
the red test lead into the INPUT jack.
4.15.2.2 Set the rotary selector to the V range position.
4.15.2.3 Press the "Hz/%" to switch to DUTY
measurement.
4.15.2.4 Connect test leads to the two end of the source
OFF OFF
or load for measurement.
A A
4.15.2.5 Take the reading on the LCD.
A A
Note:
V V
1) If the duty cycle is less than 10%, symbol 'UL' will be
Ω Ω
displayed on LCD; if the duty cycle is more than
SEL
OFF
SEL
OFF
94.9%, symbol 'O L' will be displayed on LCD.
MIN B.L MIN B.L 3) The input signal frequency range is 10 – 10 kHz. It is
RAN Hz/% HOLD RAN Hz/% HOLD
MAX MAX
possible to test duty cycle of the higher than 10 kHz
frequency signal, but the tolerance of the test result
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can not be ensure.
3) “ ” means the maximum input voltage is
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nμmF

MkΩ
Hz
nμmF

MkΩ
Hz
600V rms AC.
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CAT. III CAT. III
MAX 600V MAX 600V

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 4.16 Measuring Resistance
WARNING
Beware of Electrocution.
When measuring in-circuit resistance, make
sure that the power of the circuit under test
has been turned off and that all capacitors
have been fully discharged.
4.16.1 Plug the black test lead into the COM jack and
the red test lead into the INPUT jack.
4.16.2 Set the rotary selector to the Ω range
position to make the meter get into AC V range.
4.16.3 Auto range mode or manual range mode can be
MIN 600A
OFF selected by pressing the “RAN” button.
A
CAT III 600V 4.16.4 Connect the test leads to the ends of the resistor
A
or circuit for measurement.
4.16.5 Take the reading on the LCD.
V

Note:
Ω
1) At the manual range mode, when only 'O L' is shown
SEL
OFF on the LCD, it means the measurement has exceeded
the range. A higher range should be selected.
MIN B.L
MAX RAN Hz/% HOLD 2) When the input is open, 'O L' will appear on the LCD
to indicate that the range has been exceeded.
3) For measuring resistance above 1MΩ, it may take
INRUSH DIGITAL CLAMP a few seconds to get a steady reading. This is normal
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 4.17 Testing Diode
4.17.1 Plug the black test lead into the COM jack and
the red test lead into the INPUT jack.
4.17.2 Set the rotary selector to the Ω range
position.
4.17.3 Press the "S E L" button to switch to test.
4.17.4 Connect the red test lead to the anode and the
black test lead to the cathode of the diode for
testing.
4.17.5 Take the reading on the LCD.
Note:
1) The meter will show the approximate forward voltage
drop of the diode.
MAX600A OFF 2) When the test leads have been reversed or open,
CAT III 600V A
'O L' will appear on the LCD.
A

SEL
OFF

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MAX RAN Hz/% HOLD

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 4.18 Testing Continuity
WARNING
Beware of Electrocution.
Make sure that the power of the circuit has
been turned off and the capacitors have been
fully discharged before testing the
continuity of a circuit.
4.18.1 Plug the black test lead into the COM jack and
the red test lead into the INPUT jack.
4.18.2 Set the rotary selector to the Ω range
position.
4.18.3 Press the "S E L" button to switch to continuity
MAX600A OFF
test.
CAT III 600V A
4.18.4 Connect the test leads to the two ends of the
A circuit for measurement.
4.18.5 If the resistance of the circuit being tested is less
V
than 30 Ω , the built-in buzzer will sound.
4.18.6 Take the reading on the LCD.
Ω

SEL
Note:
OFF

If the test leads are open or the resistance of the circuit

MIN
MAX RAN Hz/%
B.L
HOLD
is over 660 Ω , “O L” will appear on the LCD.

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 4.19 Measuring Capacitance
WARNING
Beware of Electrocution.
To avoid electric shock, make sure that the
capacitors have been fully discharged
before measuring the capacitance of a
capacitor.
4.19.1 Plug the black test lead into the COM jack and
the red test lead into the INPUT jack.
4.19.2 Set the rotary selector to the range position.
4.19.3 After fully discharged the capacitor, connect the
test leads to the two ends of the capacitor for
MAX600A OFF measurement.
CAT III 600V A
4.19.4 Take the reading on the LCD.
A
Note:
V
It may take some time (about 10 seconds for the
Ω
66mF range) for steady readings when measuring
high capacity.
SEL
OFF

MIN B.L
MAX RAN Hz/% HOLD

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 5. Maintenance
5.1 Replacing The Batteries
WARNING
To avoid electric shock, make sure that the
test leads have been clearly move away from
the circuit under measurement before
opening the battery cover of the meter.

5.1.1 If the sign “ ” appears, it means that the

batteries should be replaced.
5.1.2 Loosen the fixing screw of the battery cover and
remove it.
MAX600A OFF 5.1.3 Replace the exhausted batteries with new ones.
CAT III 600V A
5.1.4 Put the battery cover back and fix it again to its
A origin form.
V
Note:
Do not reverse the poles of the batteries.
Ω
5.2 Replacing Test Leads
SEL
OFF

WARNING
B.L
MIN
MAX RAN Hz/% HOLD The replacement must be test leads in good
working condition with the same or
equivalent rating: 1000V 10A.
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A test lead must be replaced if the insulation layer has
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been damaged, e.g. the wire inside is exposed.
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6. Accessories
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1) Test Leads: Electric Ratings 1000V 10A 1 pair (set)
2) Operating Manual 1 copy
3) 1.5V AAA Battery 3 piece

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